Nasarawa Local Government Area, headquartered in Nasarawa Town, is in the Nasarawa West Senatorial District. Established in 1996, it spans about 5,704 square kilometers and has a population of 189,835 (2006 census). The economy is based on agriculture, with yam and rice cultivation, as well as limestone mining. Nasarawa is known for its scenic hills and landscapes. Its postal code is 962101, with coordinates at approximately 8.5342° N latitude and 7.7078° E longitude.